Sporting Kansas City have completed the signing of veteran center-back Joaquin Fernandez on a free transfer.
Fernandez becomes Sporting Kansas City’s 1st signing this summer and they confirmed the defender’s acquisition via a statement shared on the club’s website which read:
“Sporting Kansas City has signed 28-year-old Spanish center back Joaquin Fernandez, the club announced today.
“Joaquin has signed an MLS contract through 2025 and will occupy an international spot on Sporting’s roster.”
Joaquin Fernandez has signed a one-year deal with Sporting Kansas City as aforementioned, which runs until December 2025.
Fernandez last played for Turkish giants Trabzonspor and he joined the club on July 1, 2023, on a free transfer.
The 28-year-old made 17 appearances for Trabzonspor, scoring no goals and providing no assists in all competitions.
Sporting Kansas are hoping that the signing of Joaquin Fernandez, who has been handed the number 12 shirt, will help improve the fortunes of the franchise.
Sporting Kansas City
The Wizards currently occupy the 12th spot in the MLS Western Conference with 24 points from 26 matches.
It will be fascinating to see how they fare in the coming games, as Sporting Kansas City return to Major League Soccer action on Sunday, August 25, 2024, welcoming Orlando City to the Children’s Mercy Park.
Who Is Joaquin Fernandez?
He is a Spanish professional footballer who plays for Major League Soccer club Sporting Kansas City.
His Personal Information?
Joaquin Fernandez was born on May 31, 1996, in Huércal de Almería, Spain, and there is no information available regarding his family.
Joaquin Fernandez’s Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value is €1.5 million according to Transfermkt, while his net worth is estimated to be between the region of €3 million – €5 million.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
He has previously played for just 3 clubs thus far in his career, namely; UD Almería, Real Valladolid, and Trabzonspor.
Joaquin Fernandez’s Career Stats?
He has made 215 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 5 goals and providing 3 assists across all competitions.
Internationally, Fernandez has represented Spain at Under 16, 17, and 18 level, however, he is yet to be called up to the senior national team of the country.
Joaquin Fernandez’s Position?
Fernandez functions primarily at the center-back position but he can also be utilized in the defensive midfield and central midfield departments.
Sporting Kansas City’s Manager, Peter Vermes
They are tutored by Peter Vermes, who is a former player of Colorado Rapids and New York Red Bulls.
Vermes also represented the United States between 1988 and 1997, making 63 appearances, scoring 11 goals, and providing 2 assists.
Peter Vermes had a really successful career during his playing days, winning trophies such as 1 Gold Cup, 1 MLS Cup, and 1 Supporters’ Shield.
Individually, the 57-year-old was also named the U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year in 1988, while he was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2013.
Moreover, Vermes led Sporting Kansas City to the MLS Cup in 2013, whilst also guiding the side to the U.S Open Cup in 2012, 2015, and 2017.
It will be interesting to see how he handles the side in coming matches, as they aim to achieve relative success.
